April 15, 2026
Kimmel, Colbert silent on Eric Swalwell scandal after platforming Democrat
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" have not addressed Eric Swalwell's alleged sexual misconduct scandals on Monday or Tuesday.
TL;DR
- Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert did not cover Eric Swalwell's sexual misconduct scandal on their Monday and Tuesday shows.
- Swalwell announced his resignation from office following the allegations.
- Swalwell had previously used Kimmel's and Colbert's shows to announce political campaigns.
- The article notes that Tony Gonzales, a GOP representative, also did not receive coverage on these shows despite admitting to sexual misconduct.
- Some pundits and journalists suggested Swalwell's reputation with women was an "open secret" and widely rumored.
- Kimmel's monologue mentioned California governor race, jokingly suggesting Biden could run.
- Colbert covered a segment on the fertility rate and President Biden's controversial post.